Commercial Diver

Underwater Repairs

"Welding underwater at ten thousand degrees Fahrenheit, we enjoy doing that. That’s something that is unusual and not a lot of people around the world get to do it."

Eric St. Martin,
Commercial Diver

Commercial Diver

Underwater Repairs

Take the plunge!
Submerge yourself into an underwater construction zone cleaning, inspecting, and repairing. If you love the water and repairing things, commercial diving is the career for you.

What it Pays

$53,990 median annual for mid-level experience in Los Angeles County

$25.96-$40.26 hourly range in California, based on experience

What You'll Need

Certification from an accredited diving school

Where to Find Local Programs

Santa Barbara City College offers classes through its Marine Diving Technologies Program which is accredited by the Association of Commercial Diving Educators, the International Diving Schools Association and the National Association of underwater Instructors.

About the Academy

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